…because essays make all sides of an observation matter
By writing essays, I am aiming for a spot of nuance in this world full of opinions. We all have opinions. We can’t avoid them. However, when it comes to analysing something, I try to avoid opinions. The reason is simple. Opinions are personal and therefore, they have a tendency to make us angry. They make us defensive. Frankly, I prefer the discomfort of having my perceptions challenged. That’s why I read (and write) essays.
Why get angry when you can read instead?
Why get defensive when you can discuss instead?
Why read the stuff that only affirms your opinions when you can strengthen your understanding instead?
Read essays because…
Opinions are overrated.
When Worlds Collide – Philosophy In Anime
Two different worlds coming together to tell wonderful stories.
Mr. Darcy redefined the Prince Charming Trope
Why Mr. Darcy and his charms work on audiences across genders and generations, even today!
The ‘I’ in Death
A chaotic rendering of death and existence.
The page turning Story of Kashmir
Conflicts that run this long always have a story to tell.
Culture moved across the Silk Road between India and Japan
This piece won me the “second place winner of the Sericum Japonica Prize for 2020“.
The Story Of The Famous Newtonian Apple
Did the apple really fall on his head?
The Shade Olympics
When authors, poets and playwrights sharpen their claws.
The Great Gatsby sighs in the Sistine Chapel
Everything has context. Do you look for it?
Show me the Money
When you cannot eat the hype and they don’t pay regularly, you have to get other full-time jobs.
What makes good ideas go awry?
Every bad event in history started from a good idea.
Why We Need A Little Pessimism To Live That Picture-Perfect-Beautiful Life
Essential pessimism and essential optimism.